Germinal (1913): cast, story & where to watch
1913 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1913, Germinal is a drama film directed by Albert Capellani, running about 150 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on Emile Zola's novel, an uncompromisingly harsh and realistic story of a coalminers' strike in northern France in the 1860s.
Who’s in it. Germinal stars Mévisto as Maheu, Jean Jacquinet as Chaval, Henry Krauss as Etienne Lautier and Sylvie as Catherine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Germinal has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Germinal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Germinal tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Germinal (1913)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Germinal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Germinal worth watching?
- Germinal holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Germinal?
- Germinal stars Mévisto, Jean Jacquinet, Henry Krauss, Sylvie and Paul Escoffier.